Business Details
Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy in Bunbury & Online
Cate Simpson Counselling is a private practice offering trauma-informed psychotherapy and counselling services. With over 15 years of experience in private practice and prior roles as a senior clinician in public mental health, we specialise in treating complex PTSD, childhood trauma, emotional regulation difficulties, and grief. Our approach prioritises the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for healing, incorporating evidence-based modalities like IFS (Internal Family Systems), EMDR, and Gestalt Therapy.We serve clients in Bunbury, Fremantle, and online, with a commitment to creating emotionally safe spaces for personal growth. Our practice is informed by advanced training in trauma neuroscience, mindfulness, and dissociative disorders, alongside professional memberships with PACFA, ARCAP, and ISSTD. We also provide clinical supervision for therapists working with complex trauma cases.
Services
Trauma Therapy
EMDR Treatment
Complex PTSD Support
Grief Counselling
Clinical Supervision
Highlights and features
- 15+ years of private practice experience with complex trauma cases
- Advanced training in EMDR, IFS, and trauma neuroscience
- Personalised phased approach aligned with Blue Knot Foundation guidelines
- Clinical supervision expertise for therapists working with dissociative disorders
- Registered provider for NDIS plan-managed and self-managed clients
Associations and certifications
- PACFA
- ARCAP
- ISSTD
Services
Trauma Therapy
Specialised treatment for complex PTSD and developmental trauma using evidence-based modalities. Our phased approach prioritises emotional safety while addressing childhood abuse, neglect, and attachment wounds. Therapists integrate neuroscience insights to help clients develop self-compassion and regulate overwhelming emotions.
EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing for trauma recovery. This structured therapy helps clients process distressing memories and reduce their ongoing impact. Sessions follow ISSTD guidelines for treating dissociative disorders and complex trauma presentations.
Clinical Supervision
Professional guidance for mental health practitioners working with complex trauma cases. Supervision focuses on managing challenging client presentations, ethical decision-making, and maintaining therapeutic boundaries when working with dissociative disorders.
Grief Counselling
Compassionate support for navigating bereavement and non-death related losses. Therapists help clients process complicated grief reactions while developing coping strategies for emotional regulation during difficult life transitions.
Mental Health Therapy
Holistic treatment for anxiety, depression, and emotional regulation difficulties. Using a relational framework, therapy sessions focus on building self-awareness, improving interpersonal relationships, and developing mindfulness skills to enhance overall psychological wellbeing.
People
Cate Simpson
Registered Clinical Psychotherapist
15+ years private practice experience with complex trauma. Masters in Psychoanalytic Studies, Gestalt Therapy training, and specialist certifications in EMDR, trauma neuroscience, and grief counselling. Recipient of Medal of the Order of Australia for post-Bali bombing trauma work.
Questions
What types of therapy approaches do you use?
We primarily use Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Gestalt Therapy, tailored to individual client needs with a relational framework.
Do you accept NDIS clients?
Yes, we accept clients under NDIS plan-managed or self-managed plans for mental health therapy services.
What areas do you service?
In-person sessions available in Bunbury and Fremantle, with online therapy accessible Australia-wide.
What qualifications do you have?
Registered with PACFA, ARCAP, and ISSTD. Hold a Masters in Psychoanalytic Studies and certifications in EMDR, trauma neuroscience, and mindfulness-based therapies.
How do you handle first therapy sessions?
Initial sessions focus on building rapport, discussing your history, and establishing safety before progressing to deeper therapeutic work at your pace.
What is your cancellation policy?
Please refer to our website's 'Confidentiality, Fees, Cancellation Policies' page for specific details about appointment cancellations.
